I love the fall baking season. Every chilly weekend becomes an opportunity to try new fall baking recipes, like my newly created pear crisp or these delicious apple muffins made with honeycrisp apples from the farm right down the road. To me, making fall recipes like cakes, crisps, quick breads, cookies, brownies, and pies is as much part of the season as picking out pumpkins and hosting Thanksgiving. Enjoy this collection of the best fall baking recipes from this, which feature in-season produce and cozy fall flavors.
Sweet Potato Muffins
These sweet potato muffins quickly became a favorite around here. They come together quickly from baked and mashed sweet potato (or canned sweet potatoes) and always turn out soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet. My kids love them and I think they’re perfect for quick breakfasts and snacks.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pear Crisp
As I was developing this recipe, I surprised myself by realizing that I think I actually prefer pear crisp to apple crisp. This easy and simple fall dessert is unique and so delicious, with tons of coziness baked right in. The warm tender pears taste great with the contrast of the buttery oat crumble topping seasoned with ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Apple Cake
Ana created this simple cake so it would be absolutely packed with apple flavor from both fresh apples and applesauce in the batter. Shredded apples keep the cake moist and tender, while thinly sliced apples arranged on top create a beautiful presentation with minimal effort.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Pie
Make any fall dinner more special by ending it with a homemade pumpkin pie. This delicious filling can be baked in a homemade pie crust (like this gluten-free crust) or a store-bought pie shell. It makes an impressive and delicious iconic fall dessert that’s creamy, perfectly spiced, and comes together from simple ingredients.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free
Baked Pumpkin Donuts
Ana convinced me that it’s surprisingly easy to make cake donuts at home, baking them in the oven until they’re soft and tender on the inside, golden on the outside, and filled with warm fall spices. A simple cinnamon-sugar coating of sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves adds the perfect sweet finish, making them a special morning treat or fall dessert.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Apple Crisp Recipe With Pecans
Molly is famous in her family for this simple apple crisp, which combines tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery oat-and-pecan topping. This cozy fall dessert is so simple to prepare with everyday ingredients, less sweetener, and fresh seasonal apples.
Egg Free | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal
I’ve been making baked oatmeals as a make-ahead breakfast option for years. And this gingerbread baked oatmeal recipe is a perfect one for fall and also special enough for holiday mornings. It’s quick, easy, and infused with gingerbread flavors, toasted pecans, and pears for an option that’s both comforting and nutritious.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free Option | Gluten Free | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Pie Bars
I’ve tried several, and I think these are the best pumpkin pie bars out there. This sweet and spiced pumpkin dessert has the perfect ratio of crust to filling, with an oat cookie-like base, soft sweet pumpkin layer, and crumbly streusel-type topping. Just before serving, I add a dollop of whipped cream to each bar to finish this easy fall dessert.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
There’s something about the combination of pumpkin and chocolate that gets me every time. I often add these pumpkin chocolate chip muffins to my weekend meal preps in the fall. Then I serve them as additions to breakfasts or lunch boxes, or as an afternoon snack.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Apple Coffee Cake
Ana created this cozy apple coffee cake as an option to take to church and make for new parents. It combines tender fresh apples, a cinnamon-spiced cake batter, and a buttery crumb topping for the perfect fall treat. It is equally delicious served for breakfast, brunch, as an afternoon snack, or even for a simple dessert.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
The Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Jessie has always been a fan of the tender and sweet pumpkin bread from Starbucks, but she knew she could create those same flavors at home using real foods. The result of her testing is this delicious, moist pumpkin bread with less sugar and a simple ingredient list. One full can of pumpkin puree gives the loaf plenty of pumpkin flavor and a soft, tender crumb.
Dairy Free | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Sweet Potato Biscuits
The addition of mashed sweet potatoes gives these biscuits just the slightest hint of sweetness and a gorgeous color. Jess based them off her famous made-from-scratch biscuits but infused them with sweet potato flavor. They’re a perfect pairing with fall soups and make a stunning stand-in for dinner rolls at holiday meals.
Egg Free | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Peanut Butter Apple Crumble
Jessie’s inspiration for this fall dessert comes from one of her favorite flavor combinations: apples and peanut butter. This new yet familiar version of apple crisp comes together so quickly from pantry staples, and just know that everyone will come running to the kitchen as this delicious dessert gives off the best cozy aromas as it bakes!
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Vegan
Cornbread Muffins
Jess has made a lot of different types of cornbread in her days, but these cornbread muffins are the recipe she comes back to again and again. They’re soft, tender, subtly sweet, and made from scratch. It takes less than 30 minutes total to make a batch as the perfect complement to a bowl of chili.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars
A lot like cookie bars, these soft and moist pumpkin chocolate chip bars are filled with warm pumpkin spice and plenty of melty chocolate chips. Sweetened with pumpkin puree and brown sugar, I make them in one bowl and it takes me just 10 minutes of prep to get a batch into the often. They’re an easy fall dessert that is perfect for making along with kids in the kitchen.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Scones
This is the recipe that made me a believer in scones. These are crisp on the outside, soft and crumbly in the center, and so easy to make. I typically top them with the included vanilla glaze and chopped pecans, but they’d also be delicious with a maple glaze or a drizzle of white chocolate.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Apple Pie with Crumb Topping
I think a slice of warm apple pie in the fall is just about heaven on earth. Ana created this single-crust Dutch apple pie that has a buttery and flaky pie crust (with a gluten-free option) and fresh, spiced filling. It’s made with half the sugar of classic apple pie but with all those cozy apple pie flavors and a crunchy crumb topping.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free | Gluten Free Option | Vegetarian
Sweet Potato Brownies
In the fall, I crave these sweet potato brownies, which bake up to be perfectly soft, fudgy, chocolatey, and moist. Plus they get a boost of nutrients and fiber from the mashed sweet potatoes. Studded with chocolate chips and nuts, they’re a favorite fall treat that Jessie always brings to her neighborhood Halloween potluck.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Blondies
These pumpkin blondies are easy to make, soft, moist, and chewy with the perfect balance of sweet fall flavors. I top them with white chocolate chips and they always become a favorite with everyone who tries. Make them for fall bake sales, football parties, and to share with friends.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Oatmeal Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
This is not only one of my favorite fall cookies recipes, it’s actually one of my favorite cookies to make year round, and my whole family loves them, too. These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are flavored with pumpkin and cinnamon and loaded with chocolate chips. I often make them for friends and they freeze well, too.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Protein Muffins
Jessie designed these pumpkin muffins exactly the way she would want to serve them to her own family: with tons of pumpkin spice flavors, less sugar, tender crumb, and more protein. They make a nutritious addition to breakfast or a healthy family-friendly snack.
Gluten Free Option | High Protein | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Apple Oatmeal Cookies
I love adding this recipe to a fall baking weekend. These soft and chewy apple oatmeal cookies are made with oats, warm spices, finely diced fresh apples, raisins, and walnuts. I sweetened them lightly with maple syrup, and they make the perfect wholesome snack or even breakfast addition in the fall.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Here’s an irresistible dessert that I love making in the fall. These pumpkin cheesecake bars have a yummy graham cracker-pecan crust, a luscious layer of pumpkin cheesecake made with cream cheese and Greek yogurt, and a dollop of maple syrup-infused whipped topping. It’s a dessert that will impress!
Gluten Free Option | Vegetarian
Baked Apples with Crumb Topping
For a wholesome and rustic fall dessert that really captures the natural flavor of in-season apples, this real-food recipe couldn’t be easier to make. Apple halves bake until perfectly fork tender and get topped with a sweet oat crumb topping. Pair one with a scoop of ice cream for an unexpected fall dessert that always pleases.
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free Option | Vegan
Crockpot French Toast Casserole
Don’t even preheat the oven for this fall breakfast because it bakes right in the crockpot. I love this French toast recipe for Christmas morning, holiday breakfasts, brunches, and lazy fall weekends. I top servings with the optional berry sauce or just a dash of powdered sugar and maple syrup.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies
When I want a make-ahead breakfast option that my kids and I can grab on our way out the door, this is the recipe I make. It’s full of satisfying and nourishing ingredients like canned pumpkin, oats, teff flour, pumpkin seeds, raisins, and coconut. They also make great snacks and I like to pair one with a cup of coffee and yogurt.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free Option | Gluten Free | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins
My kids love muffins for breakfast, lunch boxes, and snacks, so this is a recipe I make a few times every fall. These apple muffins are cozy and with just the right amount of sweetness, plus they’re boosted with protein to make snacktime even more satisfying. I love the warm cinnamon flavor that complements the apples and vanilla so well.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Brownies
Molly makes this simple and festive twist on standard brownies by incorporating canned pumpkin and other mix-ins to a store-bought brownie mix. She swirls the batters together to create a beautiful and delicious fall treat that is always a hit for fall team sports snacks, game day spreads, and weekends.
Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Zucchini Bread
A slice of this freshly baked zucchini bread is just the thing to make a fall day better. A tablespoon of molasses is Ana’s secret ingredient, which gives the loaf of this bread its moist texture and warm, sweet flavor. One of the best ways to use up zucchini, this quick bread recipe is easy to make with just 10 minutes of prep time.
Dairy Free | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Cinnamon Sugar Baked Donuts
Ana is a pro at making baked donuts in a nonstick silicone pan for a fun option for fall mornings and treats for her boys. These vanilla baked donuts have a simple cinnamon-sugar topping and make her entire home smell like a bakery. They’re so easy to make and can be enjoyed warm in just 30 minutes total.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
Molly and her family love this cozy and nutritious breakfast in the fall, especially on crisp mornings when she pairs it with a fresh-brewed coffee. She tops servings with a dollop of vanilla yogurt, drizzle of maple syrup, dusting of pumpkin pie spice, and sprinkle of toasted pecans.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free Option | Gluten Free | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
Soft Pumpkin Cookies
One of my first ever pumpkin recipes created for this website, I always return to this one every fall. My husband especially loves these big, soft pumpkin cookies that I top with homemade cream cheese frosting.
Egg Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Pumpkin Coffee Cake
A beautiful and delicious fall coffee cake recipe, this one includes a ribbon of buttery cinnamon swirl and pecans that laces the middle layer. It’s a simple and perfect addition to fall breakfasts or brunches, and also a festive afternoon treat with a cup of decaf.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Vegetarian
Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits
Jess’ first job was making the now retired cinnamon raisin biscuits at Hardee’s. She set out to recreate the recipe using real-food ingredients and her time-tested method for making no-fuss biscuits from scratch. Her dad loved those biscuits and he gives this version two thumbs up, as well.
Egg Free | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
Another one of my all-time favorite baked oatmeal recipes, this version of baked oats features tender sweet apple chunks, warm cinnamon, and toasted walnuts. My daughter especially loves to help me make this recipe during meal prep sessions and then we happily enjoy it warmed up for breakfast throughout the week.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free Option | Gluten Free | Vegetarian
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